Apprenticeship type: Level 6 Software Engineering
Start date: 15 September 2025
Duration of programme: 34 months
Location : Newbury or London
Application close date: 31 March 2025
Vodafone is rapidly shifting gears to support the accelerated digital transformation that society is undergoing. You could be one of our software engineers who will lead the way forward as we deliver new generation connectivity globally, at scale, and tomorrow’s digital infrastructure.
We have Software teams embedded across Technology including in IoT, Unified Communications, Public Cloud Services, and internal systems. Whichever of our world-class teams you join as an apprentice, you’ll help us realise our vision of the digital future.
What you’ll do
Gain knowledge in Systems Development, Solution Architecture, Designing & Developing Products for the Internet of Things, Planning & Implementing Dev Ops, and more. Work with production Software Engineering teams, evolving our internal and customer facing systems with real responsibility from day one. Create new code across the whole software development lifecycle and design software components and write and deploy software to our production systems with your team. Build collaborative relationships with different teams working on fast paced projects within the business.
Who you are
Keen to explore the world of software engineering with a real passion for all things tech. Have already had a go at coding and are familiar with essential programming concepts which you can showcase at assessment time. Possess a critical thinking mindset when analysing requirements and ability to spot pattens. Able to communicate effectively and enjoys working as an individual and as part of a large team when applying problem-solving. Willingness to adapt and learn in a rapidly changing tech landscape keeping up with the new technologies.
What’s in it for you
Hands-On Education: You’ll gain a combination of virtual classroom and on-the-job learning alongside industry leaders in all things software engineering who will share their knowledge with you.
Training and Development: Expect to become a software engineering expert capable of using the lates software development languages, produce and test high quality code and create robust software designs.
Skills & Tools: You’ll learn how to keep up with evolving technologies creating a continuous learning and improvement mindset and be on the front line of tech innovation.
Earn & Learn: Apprenticeships at Vodafone are your platform to kick-start your career in a company that’s ready to invest in you. We create a safe place for you to learn in a diverse and inclusive workplace with a salary + benefits that we’re sure you’re going to love!
End Result: You’ll have a BSc in Digital and Technology Solutions on the Software Engineering Pathway alongside years of world class industry experience.
More reasons to join us
Eligibility to Apply
Age: There is no upper limit, but you must be at least 18 years old on or before 15 September 2025.
Qualifications: GCSEs in English & Maths at grade C/4 or above or equivalent qualifications and 3 A Levels including ICT or Maths gained by August 2025 or equivalent qualifications*.
Residence: To have the right to work in the UK and to have lived in the UK and/or EU for three years or more.
Disqualifiers: You must not currently be enrolled into full time education, and you must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level in a similar subject (e.g. a degree or masters in a similar subject).
Vodafone Group is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulator’s standards.
Together we can
We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. Recognising this is fundamental to how we approach inclusion at Vodafone. Similarly, our networks work collaboratively, share best practices and take a truly inclusive approach to amplify the voices of all our people and communities. We’re proud of our networks and will continue to champion individuality through them: ‘Multicultural Inclusion Network, Black Professionals Network and Friends, Gender Equality Network, Women in Business Network, LGBT+ Friends Network and VodABILITY Network’.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, you can contact us at youth.recruitment@vodafone.com
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Ready to shape the future and be part of a world-class specialist team? Apply now and let's start this journey together.
*Equivalent qualifications include but not limited to a level 3 Apprenticeship in a similar subject, an International Baccalaureate Higher Level at Level 3 including Maths or ICT or a BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits) in a related subject to the apprenticeship discipline.